Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Bridge Reverse Zebra TB Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- 11103-101-RZ-bpTF
Description
Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Bridge Reverse Zebra Pickup
The Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Bridge is a hand-wound humbucker engineered to capture aggressive, articulate high-gain tones with clarity that cuts through dense mixes in the mix. This pickup delivers the signature responsiveness essential for modern metal and progressive recording sessions where definition and output must coexist without compromise. The Reverse Zebra coil finish provides both aesthetic contrast and the sonic character associated with Seymour Duncan's refined winding techniques.
Tone & Output Characteristics
Built around an Alnico 8 magnet, this bridge pickup produces aggressive midrange punch and tight low-end definition ideal for tracking palm-muted rhythms and lead articulation on tape or DAW. The 12.66k ohms DCR delivers substantial output suitable for high-gain recording while maintaining clarity and string separation even at extreme saturation levels, ensuring every note remains defined during mix-down.
Construction & Wiring
Each coil is hand-wound and pre-wax potted in Santa Barbara, California, ensuring consistent quality and microphonic feedback elimination across recording sessions. The four-conductor wiring enables coil-splitting and phase-reversal mod compatibility, allowing you to expand the pickup's tonal palette during tracking and benefit from multiple voices within a single session.
Key Features
- Type: Humbucker bridge pickup
- Magnet: Alnico 8
- DCR (Bridge): 12.66k ohms
- Hand-wound coils with pre-wax potting
- Four-conductor wiring for coil-splitting and phase-reversal
- P-mount route compatible
- Reverse Zebra coil finish
- Hand-made in Santa Barbara, California
- One-year manufacturer warranty
This pickup represents Seymour Duncan's commitment to articulate high-output performance, combining aggressive tone with versatile wiring options for producers and engineers demanding precision, power, and session flexibility.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Bridge is a hand-wound Alnico 8 humbucker engineered to sit aggressively in dense mixes with punchy midrange and controlled low-end, ideal for recording high-gain metal and progressive tracks where articulation matters. The 12.66k ohms DCR and four-conductor wiring give you the output and flexibility to dial in coil-split textures and phase-reverse experiments during production, while pre-wax potting eliminates microphonics for clean takes. Use this bridge pickup when you need clarity through saturation and want a recording-ready tone that translates well to both isolated tracks and full-band sessions.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Djent
- ✓ Hard Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best suited for?
The Loomis Noumenon excels in metal, progressive, djent, and hard rock applications where aggressive articulation and high output are priorities. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk styles that require softer, more dynamic response.
What makes this pickup different from other high-output bridge pickups like the EMG 81 or JB?
The Loomis Noumenon combines hand-wound coils with an Alnico 8 magnet for a character that prioritizes clarity and string separation through saturation, while four-conductor wiring allows coil-splitting and phase-reversal modifications to expand its tonal range beyond stock voicing.
Is this pickup compatible with coil-splitting and other modifications?
Yes, the four-conductor wiring supports both coil-splitting and phase-reversal mods, and the pickup is P-mount route compatible, giving you flexibility to customize its voice.
Where is this pickup made and how is it constructed?
Each coil is hand-wound and pre-wax potted in Santa Barbara, California, ensuring consistent quality and eliminating microphonic feedback for reliable high-gain performance.
What is the output level and will it work with high-gain amplifiers?
The bridge pickup delivers 12.66k ohms DCR, providing substantial output suitable for high-gain applications while maintaining clarity and articulation even at extreme saturation levels.
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